RECREATIONAL DESIGN Water Park............................................................................................................4-5 Marbella Beach Resort.........................................................................................6-7 Continental Park...................................................................................................8-9
RESIDENTIAL DESIGN Garden for the Blind.........................................................................................10-11 Najla’s Residence..............................................................................................12-13
SUBDIVISION DESIGN RS-25 Subdivision..............................................................................................14-15
COMMERCIAL DESIGN Pulaski Terminus................................................................................................16-17 Poseidon Plaza..................................................................................................18-19
THERAPEUTIC DESIGN Emory Memory garden.........................................................................................20-21 bishop park........................................................................................................22-27
MEMORIAL DESIGN Memorial garden.................................................................................................28-35
ARTWORK Traditional Media................................................................................................36 Digital Painting...................................................................................................37 Photo-Manipulations...........................................................................................38 3d Modelling......................................................................................................39
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water park MASTER PLAN
Flowering tree
Perennial bed
Shade tree Lawn
3 tierd fountain Flowering tree
Concrete
The proposal for the water park in Piedmont Park, Atlanta consists of Olmstedian principals. The water feature is arranged in a curvilinear and graceful form in order to mimic the natural processes found in nature. The water park consists of four fountains.
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In regards to site analysis, the site is relatively open and has a bowl like effect,
functional diagram of the proposed spaces for the water park.
water feature.
RECREATIONAL DESIGN
MARBELLA BEACH RESORT MASTER PLAN
Parking
Storage
Main entrance
Restrooms
Dive board
Pool Steps
Grill
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Spa
Children’s pool
Gate
Kuwait is a desert country famous for its very dry and hot climate. Many of the design features in Marbella Beach Resort are meant to alleviate the discomfort from the harsh climate of Kuwait. For instance, the tall palm trees and umbrellas provide shade, while surfaces such as the white and beige tiles provide a cooling effect by reflecting heat. The water elements also provide relief from the heat.
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View of the pool.
Many of the seats have umbrellas. Additional umbrellas can be found in the storage building.
A dive board is located at one end of the pool.
The spas in Marbella Resort offer a more private experience than the pool.
RECREATIONAL DESIGN
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PARK PRIDE MASTER PLAN
As a user enters this park, they are drawn in by a fountain which leads to a plaza. Within the perimeter of the plaza there are 5 distinctive flags. These flags represent the continents of the world. These flags symbolically promote social interactions among all nationalities. In the park, a multi-use stage has been implemented. The park is mainly composed of open space where people can play ball games, picnic, or rest. Furthermore, a skateboard plaza, tennis court and a playground have been added to appeal to the younger generation.
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Gazebo in the wooded knoll provides privacy from loud areas of the park.
Main plaza uses the fountain to draw people into the park.
Depressions in the skate plaza allow teens to perform great feats with their skates or skateboards.
Continental park provides play features such as slides and swings to attract children.
RECREATIONAL DESIGN
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GARDEN FOR THE BLIND MASTER PLAN
My client is a blind woman who lives with her grandson, an artist. Since the woman is blind and can no longer appreciate a garden for its aesthetic qualities, certain plants and hardscape features will be chosen to stimulate her other senses and help her navigate around the garden. For smell, plants such as the gardenia, rosemary, and thyme have been chosen for their fragrant qualities. For sound, fountains have been added at both ends of the garden to create pleasing sounds. For touch, plants with varying and interesting tactile qualities have been chosen. This attribute is mainly expressed in the different turf grasses used throughout the garden. Lastly, to stimulate the woman’s sense of taste, a persimmon tree which bears edible fruit has been placed as a focal point. Since the blind woman lives with an artist, the garden has to meet the man’s visual needs. Therefore, plants have been chosen for their all-year color palette. Furthermore, curvilinear bed lines and sculptures will be used to complement the picturesque nature of the garden. Aside from a design that stimulates all 5 senses, another important goal was to provide an environment that was safe and easy for the woman to navigate around. This was accomplished in a couple of ways. First, there are various concrete paths and stepping stones which will allow the woman to navigate around the garden with ease. Furthermore to prevent danger to the woman, the forested area has been buffered with rosemary which should prevent her from wandering off into the forest where she may find herself lost.
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SECTION A-A’
Smell
Touch
SECTION B-B’ Taste
reSIDENTIAL DESIGN
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nAJLA’S RESIDENCE MASTER PLAN
This residential garden is located in Salmiya, Kuwait. The client wanted a landscape that incorporated a herb garden, vegetable garden, playground and various fruit bearing trees. A rectilinear design was chosen in order to help complement the rectilinear villa.
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Aspidistra elatior
Crinum asiaticum
Bauhinia Blakeana
Carissa macrophylla
Citrus grapefruit
Hemerocalis hybrids
Hemerocalis sinensis
Hibiscus rosa sinensis
Citrus lemon
Lantana Montevidensis
Citrus orange
Lavandula angustifolia
Coriandrum sativum
Mentha gentilis
Plumeria Rubra
Pennisetum setaceum rubrum
Phoenix dactylifera
Nandina domestica
Punica Oranatum
Rosmarinus offinalis
Tecoma stans
Tradescainta Pallada
RESIDENTIAL DESIGN
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RS-25
MASTER PLAN
This is a neighborhood layout for a RS25 subdivision design. Neighborhood consists of 48 lots. Storm water drains towards the retention pond.
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alternate design for a RS 40 subdivsion.
the area and finish floor Elevation (FFE) of each lot in the RS-25 subdivision. alternate design for a conservation subdivions.
SUBDIVISION DESIGN
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PULASKI TERMINUS MASTER PLAN
Sculpture Outdoor sitting
Art Gallery Fountain Grill
Sculpture
Sculpture
Green Garden
Master Plan Drop-off Zone
Outdoor Market
Lawn
For Pulaski Plaza, I wanted to create a space that catered to students and the general public. Paths with varying width sizes help draw people to sculptures which serve as focal points. Art students can display their artwork in the art gallery space, which also conveniently functions as a performance space. The outdoor market and grill should help attract the general public.
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In the grill, there is access to the roof where there are additional seats.
vicinity map study of the site.
Storage
Restrooms
Indoor Dining Retail Space
the functional diagram of the grill shows hos each of the main rooms are used.
Within the plaza, there are 3 sculptures which hold a sail via wires. The sail provides shade for the art gallery and performance space.
COMMERCIAL DESIGN
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POSEIDON PLAZA MASTER PLAN B’
B
D
C
C’
D’
A
A’
The intent of this project was to reconfigure buildings in this block of downtown Athens, GA in order to create functional and interesting plaza spaces. Water stimulates all senses. The importance of water is exemplified in this design with pools, fountains and a waterfall. Furthermore, this block has been redesigned to accommodate pedestrian traffic. For instance, the inclusion of bars, plazas and grills in this design aid in creating an active streetscape which also provides a sense of security.
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SECTION d-d’
SECTION c-c’
SECTION b-b’
SECTION A-A’
COMMERCIAL DESIGN
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EMORY MEMORY GARDEN
MASTER PLAN
The Emory Memory Garden is designed to address the needs of Alzheimer patients. Alzheimer patients suffer from advance memory loss, and the purpose of this garden is to stimulate memories that may have once been lost. This is mainly achieved through art and music therapy. For instance, abstract sculptures have been placed throughout the garden to help stimulate thinking and to help remind a patient of a memory. The sculptures have been made purposely abstract so that they can mean different things to different patients. Musical sculptures which make sounds have also been added to also stimulate thinking. Furthermore, a water feature has also been provided for meditation or prayer. The view to the moving water should be restorative. Lastly, subdued colors, and texture have been used throughout the whole garden to create a calming environment.
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one of the abstract sculptures found in the garden
The Water feature is meant to be relatively high, so that patients don’t accidently get in the water.
THERAPEUTIC DESIGN
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BISHOP PARK
Vicinity map
Land Use Map
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SITE HISTORY
PROGRAM
-Bishop Park is one of our most heavily used parks but is also one of the smallest, 33 acres compared to over 100 acres at SE Clarke Park.
Community garden along with Farmers market
-Bishop Park is the best example in the county of a neighborhood park that can offer a wide diversity of activities to a wide diversity of cultures.
Pedestrian circulation and access into the healing landscape
-Bishop Park is centrally located to a large population living in diverse neighborhoods and offers a wide range of activities, including basketball, soccer, softball, swimming, tennis, picnicking, walking, running, playground, and special events.
Healing gardens
Design features that stimulate senses and improve the well beings of the patients areas for shade areas for respite
PROJECT OVERVIEW Purpose of this project is to re-design portions of Bishop Park into a healing and recreational landscape that addresses the needs of patients, through economic, social and sustainable means. Purpose of this project is to maximize citizen health and wellness through the urban form. The idea is to create a framework that fully connects human beings’ physical, emotional and spiritual aspects to all dimensions of the landscape.
THERAPEUTIC DESIGN
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BISHOP PARK Site Analysis: Groundcover, Utilities, & Soils
Site Analysis: Elevation and Slope
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Site Analysis:
Site Analysis:
Hydrology
Circulations, Views and Sounds
THERAPEUTIC DESIGN
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BISHOP PARK
MASTER PLAN
5 4 15
3 9 8
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KEY 11 10
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Bench concrete pavement Multi-use stage
Fountain Demonstration garden
Multi-use stage has been implemented to encourage different events at scheduled dates.
The use of water in the water plaza here is meant to encourage reflection and meditation.
The healling garden meets the needs of patients in the Landmark Hospital of Athens. Planting pots have been distributed throughout the site for patients to plant their own vegetables and fruits.
THERAPEUTIC DESIGN
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Memorial garden
SCHEMATIC DESIGN
This Memorial Garden symbolizes the journey one experiences during war. The irregular pathways and waterfall are supposed to evoke the anxiety and horrors war brings on people. For example, the thunderous sounds and exaggerated scale of the waterfall will mimic the sounds of battles and explosions of war, while the irregular pathways will convey chaos. As war gradually subsides, peace is at reach. Once the user reaches the center of the plaza, the irregular lines gradually become more circular and the sounds of the waterfall subside to symbolize the tranquility that comes right after war. The user in this memorial will eventually come to a monument at the center of the plaza, to reflect on what he or she has just experienced. Throughout this design, concrete blocks which represent those that have died are distributed throughout the memorial for remembrance of the dead. The monument will have this inscription: “Their names shall live for evermore. In grateful remembrance of University of Georgia students, faculty, and alumni who have fallen in the defense of democracy and their country�
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GRADING PLAN
MEMORIAL DESIGN
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MEMORIAL GARDEN
MEMORIAL DESIGN
MATERIALS PLAN
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STAKING AND DIMENSIONS PLAN
MEMORIAL DESIGN
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MEMORIAL GARDEN
MEMORIAL DESIGN PLANTING PLAN
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PLANT SCHEDULE
MEMORIAL DESIGN
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MEMORIAL GARDEN
CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS
Brick Pavement, Tiled Wall, and Fountain Section
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CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS
Brick Pavement, Stone Wall,Concrete Pavement, and Monument Section
MEMORIAL DESIGN
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TRADITIONAL MEDIA
Watercolor painting
Colored pencils, pastels, and Markers
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digital painting
photoshop rendering
ARTWORK
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photo-manipulations
Photoshop rendering
Photoshop rendering
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3d modelling
3ds Max and V-ray
z-brush
ARTWORK
Akin Adekile
7500 Elm Hill Ct Charlotte, NC 28217 965-966-50634 akin@akinadekile.com akinadekile.com
Profile __________________________________________________________________________ Graduate of landscape architecture with internship and work experiences; Adept in cutting edge technologies for landscape design, graphics editing, and new media; Passionate artist with a diverse range of techniques and an eclectic sizable portfolio. Education _______________________________________________________________________ UNIVERSITY OF GEORGIA – Athens, GA Bachelor of Landscape Architecture, 2011 GPA: 3.74/4.0 Major: Landscape Architecture Awards: Dean’s List, Presidential Scholar, Graduated Magna Cum Laude, LEED Green Associate Skills Summary __________________________________________________________________
Traditional landscape hand graphics Geographical Information Systems (GIS)
Adobe Photoshop Adobe InDesign Adobe Dreamweaver Adobe Illustrator V-Ray
Autodesk AutoCAD Google Sketch-up Autodesk 3ds Max Pixologic Zbrush
Work/Internship Experience _______________________________________________________ HOUSE OF DEVELOPMENT, FARWANIYA, KUWAIT
I do work as a landscape designer. Work so far has consisted of designing medians, preparing conceptual plans for gardens,aiding with construction docments, surveying land and creating 3d models in Autocad and 3ds max
A.ADEKILE’S ART
SUMMER 2010
Created landscape design for various recreation centers in the Greater Atlanta Area
GULF CONSULT, KUWAIT
OCT 2011-CURRENT
I create digital illustration for clients.
ARCHWAY PARTNERSHIP, CLAYTON COUNTY, GA
OCT2011-CURRENT
SUMMER 2009
Contributed to residential design for a client’s front yard
Practical Experience and Competitions ______________________________________________ PARK PRIDE DESIGN COMPETITION, GWINNETT, GA
Participated in a park proposal initiative for Gwinnett County
UNIVERSITY OF GEORGIA, ATHENS, GA
SUMMER 2010
SUMMER 2010
Performed landscape maintenance for the University of Georgia Center for Continuing Education Conference Center & Hotel
Akin Adekile ATHENS CLARKE COUNTY CORRIDOR STUDY, GA
Assessed corridor conditions of the county’s major streets and made future recommendations regarding their viability
GAINESVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, ATHENS, GA
FEB. – MAR. 2009
Volunteered with colleagues to create and implement landscape design for a local elementary school
URG DESIGN COMPETITION, UNIVERSITY OF GEORGIA,
SUMMER 2009
FEB. 2009
Participated with a group of colleagues to design a water feature for a public park in Atlanta
References ______________________________________________________________________ Jose R. Buitrago, Professor of landscape architecture, 706-583-0942, buitrago@uga.edu Jon Calabria, Professor of landscape architecture, 706-542-0903, jcalabr@uga.edu